Nutrition Presentation at Laurel School
NutritionLast week, I visited the Laurel School, a girls' school in Cleveland, OH. SAGE's Food Service Director has been working hard to put together an event for the students that combines food sourcing, menu creation and good nutrition – something SAGE knows a thing or two about! The main event, on April 7, will be a food expo of local vendors. My contribution to the program was a presentation focused on basic nutrition and SAGE's Spotlight program. I also reviewed...
Heart-Healthy Tips for the Whole Family
NutritionFebruary is American Heart Month, which makes it a great time to focus on heart-healthy choices. Here are a few ways to encourage healthy habits in children, adapted from the American Heart Association's website. Check back for more tips later in the week! * Be a positive role model. If you're practicing healthy habits, it's a lot easier to convince children to do the same. * Get the whole family moving. Take walks, ride bikes, swim, garden or play outside...